Man's Best Friend

This category is for the dog photographer to show that special bond between people and dogs. Examples of Man’s Best Friend photos can be of dog and owner, dog with humans walking, playing or a simple portrait together. Showing companionship, loyalty and the rewards of dog ownership. All photographs in this category must include a dog and a person.

'I love this photo for many reasons: it was taken at my favourite beach, with my favourite man, with my favourite dog... and in the background there is an umbrella that belonged to my eternal love Nupi, an adventurous cocker spaniel who shared his life with me for almost 19 years. Godji, the beautiful dog in the picture is a natural poser and sometimes people call her "supermodel of the world" and now she has become one!' - Joana Matos

Man’s Best Friend 2nd Place Winner Sherilyn Vineyard, United States of America

Title of image: ‘Divine Connection’

Dog: Kodi, 10 years old, Yellow Lab/Golden Retriever mix

'Meet Kodi, working therapy dog with Divine Canines. This is him with his person, Susan, during their training and certification class in late April, three years ago. He was a little nervous around the other dogs, but all it took was the reassuring touch of the person he loves and he soared through the training to graduate and serve his community.' - Sherilyn Vineyard

'This picture of Ruby was taken whilst she was resting with my friend Chris after playing with her daughter Nellie. My greatest passion is capturing dogs playing and having fun in their natural environment, the camera is a great way of recording what the naked eye would miss.' - Cheryl Murphy